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SBRT/SAbR Program

Radiation oncologists, medical physicists, medical dosimetrists, administrators, and radiation therapists interested in implementing stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT)/stereotactic ablative therapy (SAbR) into clinical practice or those seeking to refresh skills are encouraged to attend this program.

Led by Zabi Wardak, M.D., Associate Professor, and Justin Visak, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, the primary focus of this CME course is to help oncology professionals in both large and small centers, including both academic and community practice, learn about the proper implementation of a viable and effective SBRT/SAbR treatment practice.

Covered topics include:

  • The evolution of SBRT/SAbR (from its roots in image-guided 3-D conformal therapy and radiosurgery, toward ablation of tumors in the body)
  • Guidelines for conducting proper treatment
  • Treatment planning on two different types of treatment planning systems: Eclipse and Monaco
  • Physics and dosimetry with attention to the unique requirements of SBRT/SAbR beyond conventional radiotherapy and IMRT
  • Billing and compliance

Clinical outcomes and treatment patterns in spine, liver, lung, kidney, and prostate cancers, as well as a description of various treatment platforms in clinical operation, are also included. 

Accreditation

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center designates this live activity for a maximum of 17.0 AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s). Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

The Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board designates this live activity for a maximum of 18.5 units. Dosimetrists should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of participation in the activity.

The American Society of Radiologic Technologists designates this live activity for a maximum of 18.5 Category A credit(s). Therapists should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of participation in the activity.

The Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Educational Programs designates this live activity for a maximum of 16.5 CAMPEP Education credit(s). Medical physicists should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Program Directors and Presenters

Directors: Zabi Wardak, M.D., and Justin Visak, Ph.D.
Clinic and Technical Manager: Eric Chambers, MBA, B.S.R.T.(T)
Department Leadership: Catherine Wallace, B.S.R.T.(T), CMPE

Register

If your institution has an active Elekta or Varian contract with available education credits that can be utilized for this training course, no fee will be assessed at this time. Our training coordinator will contact Elekta or Varian to confirm contract eligibility on your behalf before moving forward with registration. Register for August 27-29, 2025. 

SBRT/SAbR training programs are two-and-a-half-day sessions (Wednesday through mid-day Friday).

Note: Returning attendees seeking to refresh skills are eligible for a discounted rate.

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